What's happening on Long Island this weekend

Exhibits and more...

Ansel Adams: Sight and Feeling
An exhibition of Adams’ photographs that demonstrates how his intuitive and emotional response to the landscape resulted in powerful and enduring photographs. Opens Nov. 19, through March 5. Nassau County Museum of Art, 1 Museum Dr., Roslyn Harbor. 484-9337 or www.nassaumuseum.org.
Light Works: 100 Years of Photos

A survey of photography processes and subjects from 1873 to 2000, ranging from Eadweard Muybridge’s 19th-century photographic studies of animal locomotion to Richard Misrach’s contemporary chromogenic prints. Opens Nov. 19, through March 5. Nassau County Museum of Art, 1 Museum Dr., Roslyn Harbor. 484-9337 or www.nassaumuseum.org.
Over the River: Transforming Long Island
An original exhibition that focuses on Long Island’s transformation over the decades, brought about by the construction of bridges, tunnels and roadways to New York City. Featured artists include Marilyn Bridges, Louis Lozowick, and Andy Warhol, as well as works on loan from private collectors and museums. Through Dec. 16. Hofstra University’s Emily Lowe Gallery, Emily Lowe Hall, South Campus, Hempstead. 463-5672 or www.hostra.edu/museum.
Political Slant II: Editorial Cartoons
An original exhibition featuring works by Thomas Nast for historical context, along with works by award-winning editorial cartoonists Matt Davies, Walt Handelsman, Mike Keefe, Steve Kelley, and Signe Wilkinson. These cartoons offer commentary on the current national election process, candidates, and key issues. Through March 12. Hofstra University’s David Filderman Gallery, Joan and Donald E. Axinn Library, South Campus, Hempstead. 463-5672 or www.hofstra.edu/museum.
Literary Conversations
Acclaimed essayist-poet Lia Purpura discusses her works, as part of Hofstra’s “Great Writers, Great Readings” series, Thursday, Nov. 17, 7 p.m. Hofstra University’s Guthart Cultural Center Theater, Axinn Library, South Campus, Hempstead. 463-5669 or www.hofstra.edu/gwgr.
Afternoon Movie
See “The Forger,” a crime thriller about an art forger who makes a deal with a mobster to get an early release from prison, Friday, Nov. 18, 2:30 p.m.; also “Dear Eleanor,” a coming-of-age drama about two teenage girls who travel across the U.S. in 1962 during the chaos of the Cuban missile crisis in search of Eleanor Roosevelt, Tuesday, Nov. 22, 2 p.m. Elmont Memorial Library Theater, 700 Hempstead Tpke., Elmont. 354-5280.
At the Movies
See “A Hologram for the King,” the comedy about failed American sales rep who looks to recoup his losses by traveling to Saudi Arabia and selling his company’s product to a wealthy monarch, Friday, Nov. 18, 2 p.m. Baldwin Public Library, 2385 Grand Ave., Baldwin. 223-6228.
Friday Flick
See “Hello My Name is Doris,” a dramady about 60-something accountant who becomes fixated on a younger co-worker, Friday, Nov. 18, 1 p.m. Henry Waldinger Memorial Library, 60 Verona Place, Valley Stream. 825-6422.
Movie Showing
See “Ghostbusters,” the all-female reboot of the popular movie, Sunday, Nov. 20, 1:30 p.m.; also “Hunt for the Wilderpeople,” the offbeat New Zealand adventure comedy-drama about a rebellious kid and his foster uncle who go missing, Monday, Nov. 21, 1:30 and 7 p.m. Oceanside Library, 30 Davison Ave., Oceanside. 766-2360.
Monday Matinee
See “Money Monster,” a thriller about a financial TV host taken hostage on air by an irate investor, Monday, Nov. 21, 2 p.m. Malverne Public Library, 61 St. Thomas Place, Malverne. 599-0750.
On Screen
See “Money Monster,” a thriller about a TV finance pundit taken hostage on air, Monday, Nov. 21, 1 and 7 p.m. Peninsula Public Library, 280 Central Ave., Lawrence. 239-3262.
Movie Time
See “10 Cloverfield Lane,” a psychological thriller about a woman who wakes up in a survivalist’s bunker following a car crash, Tuesday, Nov. 22, 2:30 p.m. Lynbrook Public Library, 56 Eldert St., Lynbrook. 599-8630.

Theater/Music

Fall Dance Concert
Hofstra University Dance students perform, with special guests, Thursday and Friday, Nov. 17-18, 8 p.m.; Saturday, Nov. 19, 2 and 8 p.m.; Sunday, Nov. 20, 2 p.m. $12, $10 seniors and students. Hofstra University, John Cranford Adams Playhouse, South Campus, Hempstead. 463-6644 or www.HofstraTickets.com.
Mary Poppins
The charming musical, based on the classic Disney film, Thursday and Friday, Nov. 17-18, 8 p.m.; Saturday, Nov. 19, 3 and 8 p.m.; Sunday, Nov. 20, 2 p.m. $76 and $71. John W. Engeman Theater, 250 Main St., Northport. (631) 261-2900.
A Dog’s Life
New musical that chronicles the joys and challenges of dog ownership, Friday and Saturday, Nov. 18-19, 8 p.m.; Sunday, Nov. 20, 2:30 p.m. $23, $21 seniors, $19 students, $15 youth 12 and under; $28 at door. BroadHollow Theatre, BayWay Arts Center, 265 E. Main St., East Islip. (631) 581-2700 or
www.broadhollow.org.
Jacob Marley’s Christmas Carol
Tom Mula’s twist on the familiar holiday tale, told from the perspective of Marley, Friday and Saturday, Nov. 18-19, 8 p.m.; Sunday, Nov. 20, 3 p.m. $20 Friday and Sunday: $25 Saturday. Arena Players, Vanderbilt Carriage House Theater, Suffolk County Vanderbilt Museum, 180 Little Neck Rd., Centerport. 293-0674 or www.arenaplayers.org.
The Nutcracker
Journey with Clara in the annual holiday production, presented by Sacred Heart Academy, Friday and Saturday, Nov. 18-19, 7 p.m.; Sunday, Nov. 20, 2 p.m. $10 in advance; $15 at door. Sacred Heart Academy, 47 Cathedral Ave., Hempstead. 483-7383.
Pazazz
Bobbie Ruth and Rick Meier perform the best of popular music, Friday, Nov. 18, 12:30 p.m. Program includes rock ‘n roll, swing, jazz, and the Great American Songbook. Elmont Memorial Library Theater, 700 Hempstead Tpke., Elmont. 354-5280.
Tower of Power
The R&B band in concert, with the Average White Band, Friday, Nov. 18, 8 p.m. $99.50, $59.50, $49.50, $39.50. NYCB Theatre at Westbury, 960 Brush Hollow Rd., Westbury. (800) 745-3000 or www.livenation.com.
Joe Bonamassa
The blues rock guitarist in concert, Saturday, Nov. 18, 8 p.m. $159.50, $139.50, $109.50. NYCB Theatre at Westbury, 960 Brush Hollow Rd., Westbury. (800) 745-3000 or www.livenation.com.
Give Our Regards to Broadway
A musical salute to Broadway’s Golden Age, Saturday, Nov. 19, 8 p.m. With Cady Huffman, Robert Cuccioli and Scott Logsdon. $25-$45. Madison Theatre, Molloy College, 1000 Hempstead Ave., Rockville Centre. (516) 323-4444 or www.madisontheatreny.org.
Neil Stuart and the Empire State
The group in concert, with an all-star colloboration of ‘60s-’90s hits, Saturday, Nov. 19, 2 p.m. Program includes tunes from Johnny Maestro, the Righteous, The Four Seasons, and more. Elmont Memorial Library Theater, 700 Hempstead Tpke., Elmont. 354-5280.
Trio Solisti
Violinist Maria Bachmann and cellist Alexis Pia Gerlach perform with pianist Fabio Bidini, Saturday, Nov. 19, 8 p.m. Program includes Beethoven’s Trio in D Major, Op. 70, No. 1 “Ghost,” Dvorak’s Trio in G minor, Op. 26, and Mendelssohn’s Trio in D minor, Op. 49. $35. Adelphi University Performing Arts Center, 1 South Ave., Garden City. 877-4000 or aupac.adelphi.edu.
Freeport Community Band
A musical tribute to the military in honor of Veteran’s Day, Sunday, Nov. 20, 2 p.m. Elmont Memorial Library Theater, 700 Hempstead Tpke., Elmont. 354-5280.
Hofstra Jazz Ensemble
The ensemble, directed by David Lalama, presents “Sir Duke: The Legacy of Duke Ellington,” Sunday, Nov. 20, 7 p.m. With Hofstra Professor Adam Glaser on piano and the Vocal Jazz Quartet. $10, $8 seniors and students. Hofstra University, Helene Fortunoff Theater, Monroe Lecture Center, California Ave., South Campus, Hempstead. 463-6644 or www.HofstraTickets.com.
Naomi Zeitlin
The popular vocalist on concert, with a tribute to Cole Porter, Sunday, Nov. 20, 2 p.m. Franklin Square Public Library, 19 Lincoln Rd., Franklin Square. 488-3444.
Rhonda Denet
Rhonda Denet and her trio perform “Mostly Motown Volume 1,” Sunday, Nov. 20, 2 p.m. Tickets required. Merrick Library, 2279 Merrick Rd., Merrick.
377-6112.

Family

Good Night Moon
Musical adaptation of the classic tale, Thursday, Nov. 17, 10 a.m. and noon.; Sunday, Nov. 20, 11:30 a.m. and 2 p.m. $9 with museum admission ($7 LICM members), $12 theater only. Long Island Children’s Museum, Museum Row, Garden City. 224-5800 or www.licm.org.
Alice in Wonderland
Share Alice’s madcap adventures, presented by Plaza Theatrical Productions, Saturday, Nov. 19, 11 a.m; Sunday, Nov. 20, 12 p.m. $12. The Showplace at the Bellmore Movies, 222 Pettit Ave., Bellmore. 599-6870 or www.plazatheatrical.com.
Madagascar
The zoo leaps onto the stage, based on the animated film, Saturday, Nov. 19, 2 p.m. $10. Merrick Theatre & Center for the Arts, 2222 Hewlett Ave., Merrick. 868-6400 or www.merrick-theatre.com.